press time
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of press time
First recorded in 1925–30
Example Sentences
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One did not respond; scheduling difficulties meant that Salon had not received a response to written questions posed to the other scientist, Stanford Medicine geneticist Michael Snyder, by press time.
From Salon • Jun. 1, 2025
At press time, more than 100 people have responded and 70 quilts have been either promised or donated.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2025
The Times reached out to Chow but did not receive a comment before press time.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 18, 2024
At press time for this article, the words “convicted felon” do not appear in the opening sentence of Trump’s Wikipedia page.
From Slate • Jun. 4, 2024
“Two hours till press time; I guess it can wait.”
From Counsel for the Defense by Chapman, Charles M.
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